A+ Core 1 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep: Unit 4

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A+ Core 1 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep: Unit 4

This course is part of A+ Core 1 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep Specialization

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1 module

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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3 hours to complete

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1 module

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

3 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Understand and differentiate between virtualization technologies, including hypervisors, virtual machines, and containers.
Analyze and configure hardware requirements for effective virtualization on client and server systems.
Identify and explain core cloud computing models (SaaS, IaaS, PaaS) and deployment types.
Recognize real-world applications and best practices for cloud and virtualized environments.

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Taught in English

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This course breaks down the core concepts behind today’s essential technologies, giving you the skills needed to succeed in modern IT roles. You’ll learn the basics of client-side and server-side virtualization, how hypervisors work, and how to compare popular virtualization software. The course also covers how to assess CPU and RAM needs for virtualization hosts and explains the differences between virtual machines and containers. You’ll explore key cloud computing models—SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS—along with deployment options, security issues, and real-world examples using platforms like AWS. This course offers the up-to-date knowledge you need to work effectively with virtualized systems and cloud infrastructure.

In this module, you will learn the fundamentals of cloud computing and virtualization. You’ll discover how virtualization tools allow you to run entire systems within another system, without needing additional physical hardware. You’ll explore the differences between client-side and server-side virtualization, and understand how virtualized systems can operate both locally and in the cloud. You’ll also become familiar with common cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, and Google, and learn the basics of cloud-based data storage and infrastructure. By the end of this module, you’ll be prepared to work with virtual systems and cloud environments, which are essential skills in today’s technology landscape.

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13 videos2 assignments

13 videos Total 97 minutes

Module Introduction 2 minutes
Learning objectives 1 minute
Virtualization Basics 17 minutes
Hypervisor 8 minutes
Virtualization Software Part 1 16 minutes
Virtualization Software Part 2 12 minutes
CPU and RAM Analysis of Virtualization Host 11 minutes
Virtual Machines versus Containers 4 minutes
Learning objectives 1 minute
SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS 3 minutes
Types of Clouds 3 minutes
Cloud Computing Concerns 8 minutes
Example of AWS Cloud Instance 12 minutes

2 assignments Total 60 minutes

Client-side Virtualization Quiz 30 minutes
Cloud Computing Concepts Quiz 30 minutes

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